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El Observatorio Mundial de la Vida Nocturna (W.O.N.O) ha lanzado su publicación inaugural, el "Global Nightlife Compass", en colaboración con Appleton University Press y la INTERNATIONAL NIGHTLIFE ASSOCIATION. Publicado en mayo de 2025, este volumen bilingüe (inglés/español) se embarca en una exploración intercultural del multifacético fenómeno de la vida nocturna en el siglo XXI.
La publicación profundiza en las importantes transformaciones que moldean el sector global de la vida nocturna, impulsadas por la globalización, la revolución digital y las profundas dinámicas socioculturales. En lugar de simplemente describir las tendencias actuales, busca proporcionar un análisis exhaustivo de las fuerzas subyacentes, las tensiones emergentes y las nuevas oportunidades dentro de este dinámico campo de estudio.
Las áreas temáticas clave exploradas en la publicación incluyen:
La publicación aspira a servir como un valioso recurso para una audiencia amplia y diversa, incluyendo académicos, profesionales de la industria, gestores culturales y cualquier persona interesada en las dinámicas sociales y culturales del ocio moderno.
En última instancia, el "Global Nightlife Compass" aspira a iluminar las complejidades de la noche contemporánea, a estimular debates significativos y a contribuir a la construcción de un futuro nocturno más vibrante, inclusivo y sostenible.
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A New Compass for Global Nightlife: W.O.N.O. Publication Launches
The World Nightlife Observatory (W.O.N.O) has launched its inaugural publication, the "Global Nightlife Compass," in collaboration with Appleton University Press and the INTERNATIONAL NIGHTLIFE ASSOCIATION. Released in May 2025, this bilingual (English/Spanish) volume embarks on an intercultural exploration of the multifaceted phenomenon of nightlife in the 21st century.
The publication delves into the significant transformations shaping the global nightlife sector, driven by globalization, the digital revolution, and evolving sociocultural dynamics. Rather than simply describing current trends, it seeks to provide an in-depth analysis of the underlying forces, emerging tensions, and new opportunities within this dynamic field of study.
Key thematic areas explored in the publication include:
The Empire of the Image: The profound impact of social media and influencers on the promotion and experience of nightlife.
The Awakening of the "Conscious Night Owls": The rise of responsible consumption trends and the growing emphasis on sustainability within nightlife culture.
The Dark Side of Leisure: An examination of the ethical dilemmas and challenges posed by nighttime tourism, including issues like gentrification and the commodification of suffering.
The publication aims to serve as a valuable resource for a diverse audience, including academics, industry professionals, cultural managers, and anyone with an interest in the social and cultural dynamics of modern leisure.
Ultimately, the "Global Nightlife Compass" aspires to illuminate the complexities of contemporary nightlife, spark meaningful conversations, and contribute to the development of a more vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable future for the nocturnal world.